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Specialty Crop Block Grants (State Programs) is sponsored by State Departments of Agriculture (administered by USDA Agricultural Marketing Service). This program provides block grants to State Departments of Agriculture to enhance the competitiveness of specialty crops. Farmers or organizations interested in applying for state sub-grants should contact their state department of agriculture.
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Grants & Opportunities 4. Specialty Crop Block Grant Program ### Specialty Crop Block Grant Program * How to Administer the Award * Specialty Crop Definition * Specialty Crop Multi-State Program * Return to Grants and Opportunities The FY 2026 Specialty Crop Block Grant Program (SCBGP) application period is open through June 8, 2026. Only state departments of agriculture may apply for funding to AMS.
For any questions related to SCBGP, contact SCBlockGrants@usda. gov. * 2026 Notice of Funding Opportunity (pdf) *The NOFO is a primary resource for information about the SCBGP. Applicants are strongly encouraged to review it carefully and follow its guidance.
If you are an individual or other non-federal entity interested in applying, applications for specialty crop projects must be submitted to the appropriate state department of agriculture to be considered for funding. To learn how to apply for SCBGP funding in your state, contact your SCBGP state department of agriculture contact. A listing of the most recent state requests for proposals is below.
* 2026 State Request for Proposals (pdf) The purpose of the Specialty Crop Block Grant Program (SCBGP) is to enhance the competitiveness of specialty crops. Specialty crops are defined as “fruits, vegetables, tree nuts, dried fruits, horticulture, and nursery crops (including floriculture).
The agency, commission, or department responsible for agriculture within any of the 50 States, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, Guam, American Samoa, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands is eligible to apply directly to the U.S. Department of Agriculture for grant funds.
Organizations or individuals interested in the SCBGP should contact their state department of agriculture for more information. **Cost Sharing or Match** No federal cost sharing or matching requirement. Cost share/match should not be included in the submitted application nor subsequent performance or financial reports.
For more information, go to the SCBGP Awarded Grants webpage.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Farmers or organizations interested in applying for state sub-grants should contact their state department of agriculture. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows varies by state; Kentucky anticipates approximately $413,908 for 2026. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Specialty Crop Block Grants (State Programs) is funded by State Departments of Agriculture (administered by USDA Agricultural Marketing Service). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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